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MUSICVISION PHOENIX – 20 tracks that changed our lives by Guillaume Delaperriere

Filmaker Guillaume Delaperriere  looks into the 20 tracks that have changed the lives of the  band members of one of our favourite bands of 2009, Phoenix.  Everyone loves a backstory.

01-Blue monday people / Curtis Mayfield 02-Can’t let go / Evie…

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NYC: Peter Hadar + Dynasty Electric @ Joes Pub March 11

Peter Hadar & Dynasty Electric prepare you for their show this Thursday, March 11, 11:30pm, at Joe’s Pub. Get your tickets:

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The One SXSW Film You Must See

In the summer of 2006, I was hanging out downtown after work and stumbled into a movie theatre to watch anything. By the look of the poster for 13 Tzameti, it seemed like the most interesting film showing, so I…

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New Trailer: Jean-Michel Basquiat : The Radiant Child

I’ve always been fascinated by Basquiat, not because of who he was per se, but because he influenced some kids that I looked up to when I was younger. Anytime I see anything related to Basquiat I’m instantly reminded of…

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New Video: Peter Hadar- ‘Full Time Lover’ directed by Coodie & Chike

Peter Hadar releases the video for ‘Full Time Lover’; the first single off his upcoming project collaboration with Creative Control, called ‘Take Off Victoria’. The stylish set was shot on location by directors Coodie & Chike.

See Peter Hadar LIVE with…

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NYC – “Eye of the Mind” Photography Exhibit

Eye of the Mind – Contemporary photographs by emerging and established artists

March 3- April 14, 2010

Opening Reception – March 2nd 6 to 8pm @ Fountain Gallery 702 Ninth ave @ 48th street.

RSVP: Jason@fountaingallerynyc.com

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NYC: Kehinde Wiley’s African Cup of Nations Paintings at Deitch Projects

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Celebrated New York artist Kehinde Wiley was commissioned by Puma to create artwork for the brand’s apparel and footwear leading up to the 2010 African Cup of Nations, including crazy t-shirts, shoes that probably are probably too valuable to kick…

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Trailer: Nelson George’s A Walk through Fort Greene

Nelson George’s new doc w/ Spike Lee, Chris Rock, Rosie Perez, Saul Williams & more

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Things you need to watch: The Eyewriter

This is the beautiful story of graffiti writer Tony Quan and how he is continuing to do what he loves with the help of technology and raise awareness of ALS. This is the the most touching story I’ve seen in…

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A Single Sheet of Paper Project = Origami on Crack

I’ve always been fascinated by Origami, but never had the skills to master anything more complicated than a dollar ring.  When a friend sent me a link to this project, I was not only in awe of its creativity, but…

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MUSICVISION PHOENIX – 20 tracks that changed our lives by Guillaume Delaperriere

MUSICVISION PHOENIX – 20 tracks that changed our lives by Guillaume Delaperriere

Filmaker Guillaume Delaperriere  looks into the 20 tracks that have changed the lives of the  band members of one of our favourite bands of 2009, Phoenix.  Everyone loves a backstory.

01-Blue…

Deborah Jordan Presents: The Light

Deborah Jordan Presents: The Light

Deborah Jordan’s album The Light is the equivalent of a smooth glass of Chianti. The album gives off the feeling of coming off a long day of work and falling into…

New Video: J*Davey – Get Together

New Video: J*Davey – Get Together

Another sexy one from J*Davey. Enjoy.

NYC: Peter Hadar + Dynasty Electric @ Joes Pub March 11

NYC: Peter Hadar + Dynasty Electric @ Joes Pub March 11

Peter Hadar & Dynasty Electric prepare you for their show this Thursday, March 11, 11:30pm, at Joe’s Pub. Get your tickets:

joespub.com/component/option,com_shows/task,view/Itemid,40/id,5056

New Video: Dam-Funk – Mirrors

New Video: Dam-Funk – Mirrors

When I first heard Dam-Funk I brushed him off as a novelty act that was over using synthesizers trying to “bring the 80s back”. I was a little reluctant given…

New Trailer: Iron Man 2

New Trailer: Iron Man 2

This will be fun.

New Music: After The Smoke “Typical Weekend”

New Music: After The Smoke “Typical Weekend”

This is the first leak from After The Smoke’s “Under The Influence EP”, set to be released on March 30th via iTunes.  Typical Weekend is an infectious track, which is sure to…

The One SXSW Film You Must See

The One SXSW Film You Must See

In the summer of 2006, I was hanging out downtown after work and stumbled into a movie theatre to watch anything. By the look of the poster for 13 Tzameti,…

New Video: OK Go – This Too Shall Pass

New Video: OK Go – This Too Shall Pass

Although I can’t name one OK GO song, I’m happy that they are serious about making awesome videos. This will be nominated for a music video award before its all…

New Trailer: Jean-Michel Basquiat : The Radiant Child

New Trailer: Jean-Michel Basquiat : The Radiant Child

I’ve always been fascinated by Basquiat, not because of who he was per se, but because he influenced some kids that I looked up to when I was younger. Anytime…

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